Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, South Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: South Valley Elementary School serves the northeast part of Moorestown, NJ, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Valley Elementary School's student population of 400 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence, Equity & Engagement Via Partnership
School Rankings
South Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Valley Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#28 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Valley Elementary School's ranking?
South Valley Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are South Valley Elementary School often compared to?
South Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George C. Baker Elementary School, Mary E. Roberts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend South Valley Elementary School?
400 students attend South Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of South Valley Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Valley Elementary School?
South Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Valley Elementary School offer ?
South Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Valley Elementary School part of?
South Valley Elementary School is part of Moorestown Township Public School District.
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